stevekc

Also check for G string binding in the  Nut slot ( see my Avatar - for pic of my JTV-59 with Bigsby that always stays in tune)

After I slightly opened up the Nut slots (with Warmoth Nut Files)  I then use Big Bends Nut Sauce to lube the Nut.

This matches my opinion too.

 

 

 

-JTV-69 with 2.1 sounded very thin and weak

-The Variax 300 and JTV-69 ver 1.9 sounded " Fat"

- The JTV-69 ver 1.9 and the Variax 300 sounded very close to each other but the JTV69 ver 1.9 sounded clearer.

Most will:

* Connect to the internet

* Run Line-6 Monkey - which will self update , and locate latest firmware for the connected Line 6 device  

Order Spare Variax Parts here from FullCompass

http://www.fullcompass.com/category/Musical-Instrument-Service-Parts.html?categoryOrder=Bestselling&view=&query=&brand%5B%5D=LN6

http://www.fullcompass.com/product/443391.html

OUR PART #  30-51-0381

$14.50  here

But know that the JTV-69 employs two types of Tremolo Arms  - the current models have internal Threads

Re-seat all internal Ribbon cables - typically this is the fix

http://www.fullcompass.com/product/458044.html
Line 6 50-02-9331
3 Way Toggle Switch for JTV-59
OUR PART #  50-02-9331  $21

This part is often the source of problems for JTV-59 owners, this is the latest version and good to have as spare! Should you "get broke down and stuck in Lodi again" 

http://www.thomann.de/gb/line6_james_tyler_jtv_ba12_battery_charger.htm

12VDC @ 1000mA - Coax DC plug (Center Positive) 

This is the "Euro" version - but it has the same DC Output as the USA version.

Actually most simply use one VDI cable - the "normal mag PU's (P-90's) signal on your JTV-59P will be sent down the VDI Ethercon cable , then you create specific HD500 patches which assign the desired input. 

Read the Advanced Guide for HD500 for details.

http://line6.com/data/6/0a06434dc1a55085c5d6532bf/application/pdf/POD%20HD500%20Advanced%20Guide%20v2.10%20-%20English%20(%20Rev%20A%20).pdf

$52.80 here

http://www.fullcompass.com/product/443390.html

But remember all synths in the HD500 / HD500X are monophonic only - so don't try to play chords.

some self promotion, for more reference on Guitar Synth - read VGuitarForums, as we cover all types available.

http://www.vguitarforums.com

1) On the JTV-59 Bridge, Loosen the small Allen "set-screw at the back of the tailpiece" first 

2) Raise the bridge by inserting the correct larger size Allen wrench into the top of the bass side bridge post 

3) After the action is set the way you like, re-tighten the small Allen screw from step #1 

Mine was doing that same thing ( solved via an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) and trip to Line6 Service )  - and the typical path for repair is to contact Line6 for a support ticket -this is a typical issue with early JTV-59's 

On my JTV-59 ( with low output ) I have same low output with either 1/4" analog out or the digital VDI (AES/EBU) connection to the HD500X     

I suspect there is only half dozen techs/ engineers at Line6 who understand the issue of why some Tyler Variax have low output level, compared to others  - and its related to a "Bill of Material change" for the value of the Gain set resistor(s) on the 1st shipment of  Tyler Variax's PCB board.

I figure they determined it would be way too costly to issue "free fix" RMA's - and only squeaky wheels might get a Support Ticket  - just my opinion.   

my 2 cents - 

I own a  late 2011 era JTV-69 with good output level 

I also own a 1st generation JTV-59 ( see avatar on left) , that had the PU toggle switch failure, was repaired under warranty  by Line 6 last year, with a supposedly "clean bill of health" - but I can confirm my JTV-59 is about 20% lower volume than my JTV-69  - and I attribute this to differences in the D/A Gain structure of the final output opamp stage on the DSP board. When I connect both my Tyler Variax (JTV-69 and JTV-59), both with latest Variax Firmware 2.10 to Variax Workbench HD 2.10  - both have their String volume  levels set to 100%  - yet my JTV-59 continues to have noticeable lower output compared to my JTV-69, with the typical resulting inability for the JTV-59 to drive external Tube amps into high gain clipping and distortion for Lead solos - compared to my JTV-69, which has a higher gain output signal.     

What Model Variax are you using? 

Yes - feedback can occur in some situations, my Variax 700 was very prone to feedback, solved it by reducing the length of printed flex cable from the piezos to the DSP PCB board and adding small ferrite cores to pass this cable through.

I should state none of my Tyler Variax's  suffer "feedback" problems. But on the JTV-59 often this can be induced by a "micropivoting bridge" - and this is solved by inserting a small block under the bridge to prevent any movement.

Zero Tronical Tuners fit the JTV-59 (sadly)

I have the Tronical C1 on my Korean JTV-69 

This should also work 100% on the JTV-69S 

 

 

I've always been well satisfied with Yammy products, and I've owned and worked with a lot of them. 

Too bad in 2014 bulk of Yamaha  Electric Guitars imported into USA have sub par quality in 2014. Most Yamaha dealers want to sell Yamaha Synths, but Yamaha Dealership terms dictate their dealers must also order quite a few  of the cheap Yamaha Pacifica strats too.  Too often, most 2014 Fender Squier's have better quality than  a new Yamaha Pacifica.

Sorry - yes - 2006 Variax 600 (not 1996) 

http://youtu.be/s7V5-O8Zk2k

Line6 JTV-69 Specs state the Nut Width is 1 5/8" inch ( 1.6250") Here is the "too narrow" Nut Width of my 2010 JTV-69 (1.6150")

Here is the Nut Width of my 2006 Variax 600 ( 1.6515") 

Here is the Straight Fretboard edge on my 2006 Variax 600

Here is the "Bowed - curved inward Fretboard edge on my 2010 JTV-69 - (Which Line6 Warranty replaced back in 2011 with a Guitar with a straighter fretboard edge.) Problem here was the Low "E" was always falling off the edge of the fretboard , due to lack available fret under the Low E string below the 5th fret !  For New Buyers - its this specific view you want to check on your Tyler JTV-69(s)  - verify the guitar for consideration has a Straight Neck that looks more like the Variax 600 Neck above 

My 2 cents -I also own both a JTV59 and JTV69.

In my case with Variax Modeling engaged, irregardless of FW1.9 or or FW2.1   my 69 is 15% louder than my 59, which bums me out.

 

 

Any chance you can upload them to here?  I hate to join one more forum.

Share And Download JTV 2.0+ HD Models

http://line6.com/support/topic/2163-share-and-download-20-h-d-models/

Click here to review all the shared JTV Workbench HD Patches

http://www.vguitarforums.com/smf/index.php?board=138.0

This Same thing happened on my JTV-69 Model Selector.

I carefully reglued  the Chrome top back on using a small amount of Shoo Goo  Clear RTV Silicone Adhesive!

http://www.tactics.com/shoe-goo/shoe-goo/clear

But it does sound like they successfully modeled  a Strat with sponge rubber under the strings to kill the sustain. 

At least  the Tele models were spared this tone killer  

On Mavericks - be sure you have changed your OSX GateKeeper to "Lower Security Settings"."

http://support.apple.com/kb/PH14370

 

 

I hear nothing good about Mavericks with respect to my DAW and plugins, not going near that.

Agreed! I use OSX 10.8 for my Macs  - I have one Mac running  OSX 10.9 Mavericks as a "test bed" -and mostly to run latest FinalCut X for video editing.

But for Audio, there are countless reports of probelms for DAW/ Audio  / Mainstage users  - I suspect things will get worse for OSX Audio folks when Yosemite is released   

https://discussions.apple.com/community/professional_applications/search.jspa?peopleEnabled=true&userID=&containerType=&container=&spotlight=false&showOnlyAnswered=true&q=Mavericks%20